Car Seat Massage cushion - Team-BHP

qAnand · 8th May 2008, 17:41

Hi All,
Can anyone tell me how effective is Seat Massage Cushion? I get back ache after a very long drive, I hope this brings some comfort while driving. I am planning to fit one for my Swift.

I saw it in this URL:

Back Massage Cushion from China Xiamen Manufacturer, Exporter : Xiamen Wellrelax Electric Appliance Factory Ltd

Please share your thoughts.

Thanks
qA

bblost · 8th May 2008, 18:03

Please define what is a very long drive?

I don't think its a good idea.

A back ache is generally a symptom of a bigger issue.
Is there a posture issue.
Are your shoes agravating it.
Dehydration or food that produces gas.
Temperature, a very cold AC setting and driving without socks.
A hard clutch.

Look into why you are getting that back ache.

GTO · 8th May 2008, 18:46

Hi QA

This (Severe back pain and driving!) is a fantastic discussion on solutions for back ache. I am sure it will help you immensely.

qAnand · 8th May 2008, 19:42

Hi,
Last week, I drove from Chennai to Yercaud (onward around 370km) and back the next day (via hoganekal around 400km). I basically had some kind of muscle fatigue. I used ELECTRIC TENS after returning back home, it gave me good relief.
I was wondering if something of this sort is readily available and can be used inside the car and I came thru this URL.

Awaiting some more inputs....

Regards,
qA

wanderernomad · 10th May 2008, 01:19

It works for small back pains relating to fatigue. I can personally vouch that if you are to drive with a persistent and nagging back ache not related to driving long distances the massagger can certainly help you drive with lesser pain. I have a broken back and at times the pain creeps up. Last year I was in quite a painful situation and had to drive from shimla to delhi. I used one and it certainly made the trip less painful. Apart from this I dont use the massager as a regular thing to beat travel fatigue. But my younger brother does on long drives and swears by its usefullness.

qAnand · 10th May 2008, 07:28

Thank you wanderernomad.
I am also looking something for the similar purpose. If you have pictures or some specifications of the massager, please share it with me. By the way is it durable? I heard it draws its power from the power adapter/cigarette lighter provided in the car, I hope it does not cause any problem to the car or its battery. How long can one use it continuously?

qA

s0uljah · 10th May 2008, 09:24

These are available in India for about 2600/- INR.

As long as the engine is running no need to worry about the battery. Will post specs later today.

wanderernomad · 12th May 2008, 13:44

@anand I bought one from Delhi and it costed me about 1000/- bucks. It draws power fromt he ciggi lighter and as long as you are running the engine there is no problem using it. I have found durablity to be quite satisfactory. No issues on that aspect.

qAnand · 12th May 2008, 15:19

Thanks. Can you post some details of the product?

qA

8th May 2008, 17:41	#1 (permalink)
qAnand Newbie Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 8	Car Seat Massage cushion Hi All, Can anyone tell me how effective is Seat Massage Cushion? I get back ache after a very long drive, I hope this brings some comfort while driving. I am planning to fit one for my Swift. I saw it in this URL: Back Massage Cushion from China Xiamen Manufacturer, Exporter : Xiamen Wellrelax Electric Appliance Factory Ltd Please share your thoughts. Thanks qA

8th May 2008, 18:03	#2 (permalink)
bblost BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 408 View My Garage	Please define what is a very long drive? I don't think its a good idea. A back ache is generally a symptom of a bigger issue. Is there a posture issue. Are your shoes agravating it. Dehydration or food that produces gas. Temperature, a very cold AC setting and driving without socks. A hard clutch. Look into why you are getting that back ache. __________________ ThunderBird 2003, no speedo, no range limits. Wagon R, 2004. Well trained reflexes are quicker than luck.

8th May 2008, 18:46	#3 (permalink)
GTO Super-Admin Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 11,214 View My Garage	Hi QA This (Severe back pain and driving!) is a fantastic discussion on solutions for back ache. I am sure it will help you immensely. __________________ GTO Self-imposed limits are the only type that exist. Break them....then, make it a habit. Exceed. Please don't PM for support. Use the Contact Form instead. Please read the NEW Team-BHP FAQ section for all your queries.

10th May 2008, 01:19	#5 (permalink)
wanderernomad BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New Delhi Posts: 237 View My Garage	It works for small back pains relating to fatigue. I can personally vouch that if you are to drive with a persistent and nagging back ache not related to driving long distances the massagger can certainly help you drive with lesser pain. I have a broken back and at times the pain creeps up. Last year I was in quite a painful situation and had to drive from shimla to delhi. I used one and it certainly made the trip less painful. Apart from this I dont use the massager as a regular thing to beat travel fatigue. But my younger brother does on long drives and swears by its usefullness. __________________ Let it go...after all you live but twice.

10th May 2008, 09:24	#7 (permalink)
s0uljah Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: BLR Posts: 1,785 View My Garage	These are available in India for about 2600/- INR. As long as the engine is running no need to worry about the battery. Will post specs later today. __________________ "I’m in no condition to drive…wait! I shouldn’t listen to myself, I’m drunk!" - Homer J. Simpson

8th May 2008, 19:42	#4 (permalink)
qAnand Newbie Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 8	Hi, Last week, I drove from Chennai to Yercaud (onward around 370km) and back the next day (via hoganekal around 400km). I basically had some kind of muscle fatigue. I used ELECTRIC TENS after returning back home, it gave me good relief. I was wondering if something of this sort is readily available and can be used inside the car and I came thru this URL. Awaiting some more inputs.... Regards, qA

10th May 2008, 07:28	#6 (permalink)
qAnand Newbie Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 8	Thank you wanderernomad. I am also looking something for the similar purpose. If you have pictures or some specifications of the massager, please share it with me. By the way is it durable? I heard it draws its power from the power adapter/cigarette lighter provided in the car, I hope it does not cause any problem to the car or its battery. How long can one use it continuously? qA

12th May 2008, 13:44	#8 (permalink)
wanderernomad BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New Delhi Posts: 237 View My Garage	@anand I bought one from Delhi and it costed me about 1000/- bucks. It draws power fromt he ciggi lighter and as long as you are running the engine there is no problem using it. I have found durablity to be quite satisfactory. No issues on that aspect. __________________ Let it go...after all you live but twice.

12th May 2008, 15:19	#9 (permalink)
qAnand Newbie Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 8	Thanks. Can you post some details of the product? qA

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